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The issues confronting our modern world are inherently global in nature. Whether addressing refugee movements or climate change, today's complex problems demand professionals with worldwide awareness and versatile capabilities. Our BA Global Studies with Sustainability program prepares you with diverse competencies to engage meaningfully during this pivotal era of transformation. You'll examine urgent global concerns ranging from displacement crises to environmental degradation while cultivating an international outlook to tackle modern dilemmas. Based in our School of Philosophical, Historical and Interdisciplinary Studies - the university's center for cross-disciplinary education - this program merges comprehensive humanities and social sciences training with specialized coursework focused on climate change and sustainable solutions. This institution provides an exceptional environment for such studies. From its inception, Essex has maintained a strongly international identity. Our faculty includes experts specializing in various world regions, enabling you to benefit from the university's extensive global knowledge. Many consider globalization the hallmark of our era, as our interconnected world reaches unprecedented levels of integration. This program offers your chance to comprehend these dynamics and influence their direction. Become an agent of transformation rather than waiting for change.International Study OpportunitiesYour learning journey extends beyond campus boundaries. We facilitate educational expansion through study abroad options at our partner institutions worldwide. The four-year degree variant includes a third year abroad or on international placement, while maintaining identical curriculum to the three-year version. Overseas study exposes you to different cultures and languages, enhances your academic and social development, and showcases valuable qualities like adaptability and organizational skills to future employers. For full-year international study, you'll pay just 15% of standard Essex tuition fees, with no additional charges at your host university.
A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels, including B in one essay based subject.
BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels.
Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent.
IB: 30 - 29 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555-554.
IB Career-related Programme: We consider combinations of IB Diploma Programme courses with BTECs or other qualifications.
QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 6 level 3 credits at Distinction and 39 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided
T-levels: We consider T-levels on a case-by-case basis, depending on subject studied. The offer for most courses is Distinction overall. Depending on the course applied for there may be additional requirements, which may include a specific grade in the Core.
IELTS 6.0 overall. 6.0 TOEFL (iBT) - 76 overall, with a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing